Part-Time Lab Assistant, Drafting & Design Engineering Technology

Alvin College • Varies: Alvin College/Online/Various Service Area School Districts/TX Dept of Criminal Justice, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Part-Time position that supports the Drafting and Design Engineering Technology program and is limited to no more than 19 hours per week. The Lab Assistant supports the instructional computer labs, machining shop, and machining lab. Responsibilities include general office duties; assisting students and faculty; monitoring, maintaining, and organizing instructional equipment, software, tooling, and supplies; and supporting the safe and effective operation of drafting/design and machining instructional spaces.

Requirements

• Degree or certificate in Drafting and Design, Machining/CNC, Industrial Technology
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education, technical training, certifications, and hands-on experience may be considered.
• Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in drafting/design, machining, CNC, additive manufacturing/3D printing, manufacturing, or a related technical/educational laboratory environment
• Experience working with computers, technical software, shop/lab equipment, or instructional technology
• Experience with CNC or manual machining equipment and/or 3D printers
• Bilingual – English/Spanish
• Demonstrated proficiency retrieving and maintaining data from Blackboard

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports established policies, procedures, and safety requirements for Drafting and Design Engineering Technology and Machining labs and instructional areas
• Assists students and faculty with computers, drafting/design and CNC software, 3D printers, machine tools, measuring instruments, and other instructional equipment within the scope of the position
• Supports the setup, preparation, operation, and reset of labs, shop activities, demonstrations, and student exercises, including organizing tools, materials, equipment, and instructional supplies
• Monitors student use and condition of instructional equipment and lab/shop areas; reinforces established safety requirements and promptly reports unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or maintenance needs
• Performs routine equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting of computers, software, 3D printers, and instructional equipment; coordinates appropriate maintenance, service, or work requests as directed
• Maintains organized inventories of equipment, machining tools, measuring instruments, 3D printing materials, consumables, and instructional supplies, and ensures labs, shops, and work areas remain clean and orderly
• Provides administrative and operational support to full-time and adjunct faculty, including preparing documents, work orders, invoices, computer service requests, mail and records, and assisting with Advisory Committee meetings
• Maintains current knowledge of drafting/design, additive manufacturing, machining technologies, instructional resources, equipment, software, and departmental procedures
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree